24 June 2025
 The Council recently published its Baby Feeding Plan for Hounslow. It offers comprehensive support to mothers in Hounslow to continue their breastfeeding journey for as long as they choose. This includes baby feeding peer support and baby feeding-friendly venues.
It also outlines the ways the Council, NHS health partners, voluntary groups and the public can play a vital role in the support offered to feeding mothers, as well as plans for the Council to work closer with them in the future.
Leaflets with more information about the the plan are available in baby feeding-friendly libraries, family hubs and leisure centres. Head down to your nearest venue to pick up a copy and familiarise yourself with the surroundings.
 This week (19-24 June) is Cervical Screening Awareness Week. Cervical screening is one of the best ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer as it's a pre-emptive test that can help to stop you developing the illness.
This week, why not check if you are eligible for a test, see if you have a cervical screening invitation letter you haven't replied to, or contact your GP if you're not sure about your next screening date?
There is also a range of organisations that have a wealth of information on cervical cancer and how to prevent it. These include Macmillan Cancer Support and The Eve Appeal.
 Hounslow's Health Outreach Team (HOT) was highly commended at the MJ Achievement Awards last Friday.
The team received the recognition in the category of Innovation in Reducing Health Inequalities. It’s a great achievement and just reward for the team’s tireless work linking residents all over Hounslow with free health services.
See where you can meet the team this week in the story below.
 The Council has launched a new information, advice and support service for the borough’s unpaid and informal carers. This includes anyone who looks after a family member, friend or neighbour - whether full-time or for a few hours now and again.
The new service will provide information, advice, and practical support in convenient locations - either face-to-face at a local Community Hub, by email, or on a home visit.
You can meet the team to find out more at West Middlesex Hospital’s atrium this Thursday, 26 June between 10am and 3pm. You can also email the team for more information about the new service.
RM Partners wants you to tell them what would help to make the most of your GP appointments.
This includes how best to speak with your doctor if you are worried about cancer and related symptoms. Planning for this conversation before you go will help them to decide if you need any tests or investigations.
RM Partners has put together a short survey to support its work helping people to prepare for GP appointments where cancer may be involved. Completing it will help to empower people to get the support they need first time.
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 While the weather is not forecast to be as hot as last week, warmer days will return this weekend. While this brings opportunities to explores Hounslow's great green spaces, it also comes with health risks.
Warm weather can impact vulnerable groups, including older people and those with underlying health conditions. Please take care to protect yourself and others from the potential risks of extreme weather.
People sleeping rough can also suffer severe consequences during hot weather due to the lack of shelter and access to water. If you're worried about someone you see sleeping rough, please contact the Streetlink team who can offer them support.
 Music festival season is now upon us. Many people from Hounslow attend these events and some people may take recreational drugs when they're there.
While it is never safe to take drugs and there is no safe amount to take, the Council’s health partners want to share ways that people can lessen the risk of harm if they choose to.
The supply and makeup of drugs is always changing, so it's always best to test and check what is in them before you take anything. Check with the festival to see if there is a drug testing tent, or if there is another way you can get them checked.
If you or someone you knows needs support around drugs or alcohol in Hounslow, get free support at Hype (under 18s) or ARC (adults) on 01895 488675.
 The Council’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) team is inviting parents and senior representatives from education, health, and early help to the annual SEND Summit at the Hilton Hotel, Syon Park on Thursday, 3 July 2025.
The event runs from 9.30am to 1.30pm and will review the progress of the SEND Strategic Improvement Plan. Attendees can also engage in meaningful dialogue on the future of inclusive education. A full agenda for the day will be sent via email to anyone who registers for the event.
Parking is available onsite and refreshments will be provided. The Council looks forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a thought provoking and impactful day.
 The Council is consulting on proposed changes to travel support for young people aged 16-25 with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) who attend further education and training.
It would like to hear from young people aged 14-18, particularly those with SEND, young people aged 19–25 with SEND, and parents and carers
It also welcomes responses from: schools, colleges and SEND professionals; advocacy groups and community organisations; private organisations and businesses; and Hounslow residents.
Health Outreach Team - new dates
 Hounslow's Health Outreach Team (HOT) will be out this week offering free blood pressure checks, BMI weight checks, balance checks for residents aged 60 plus, and advice on health concerns, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, stop smoking services, mental health services plus much more.
This week HOT will be in the following locations:
- Thursday, 26 June – Wellbeing walks, Bristol Court Shelter – 10am to 11am
- Thursday, 26th June – Bristol Court Shelter – 11am to 3pm
- Friday, 27 June - Chiswick Turnham Green, 388 Chiswick High Rd - 10am to 4pm
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